Namok
About Namok
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Namok village is 261312. Namok village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 22km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Namok village. As per 2009 stats, Bhusuk Naitam is the gram panchayat of Namok village.
The total geographical area of village is 46.91 hectares. Namok has a total population of 442 peoples, out of which male population is 236 while female population is 206. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 872 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of namok village is 70.59% out of which 72.88% males and 67.96% females are literate. There are about 105 houses in namok village. Pincode of namok village locality is 737101.
When it comes to administration, Namok village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Namok village comes under Shyari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to namok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Namok
The population details of Namok cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 236 | 206 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 172 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 64 | 66 |
Connectivity of Namok
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Namok
Where is Namok located?
Namok village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namok?
The Gram Panchayat of Namok is Bhusuk Naitam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Namok?
The pincode of Namok is 737101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Namok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Namok is 442, with 236 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Namok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Namok village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Namok is 70.59%. The male literacy rate is 72.88%, while the female literacy rate is 67.96%.